The Whitworthian

Editorial: The implications of Beck Taylor’s decision

May 1, 2017

The administration’s decision last week to end the university’s formal relationship with Planned Parenthood created a passionate stir across campus, social media and Spokane, and reached national...

In the Loop: Professors should wait to be asked about politics

December 8, 2016

Whitworth students have no doubt experienced an extensive variety of discussions surrounding the 2016 election and its results. On Facebook, with their friends, with relatives at Thanksgiving. And in...

Editorial: Prime Times should be changed to meet goals

October 8, 2015

The initial purpose of Prime Times is to build the community within a residence hall. However, it is known that Prime Times are not the most well attended events. Are Prime Times fulfilling their purpose?...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Building a network more important than ever

April 23, 2015

With graduation coming up for Whitworth’s seniors, and with other students looking for summer jobs and future internships, networking has become a very important aspect to life both during and after...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Unknown risk of electronic cigarettes outweighs possible benefits

April 19, 2015

Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigs, are becoming fairly popular with smokers trying to quit, smokers seeking out different flavors and even with younger people who aren’t smokers looking to...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Sexual orientation non-discrimination policy resolution should be passed

March 19, 2015

The editorial board believes ASWU should pass the resolution calling for sexual orientation to be added to the list of protected identities in the staff and faculty handbook.ASWU took careful measures...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Gender-neutral bathrooms should not cause shame

March 4, 2015

Originally, Student Life was adding gender-neutral bathrooms. It’s now calling them private bathrooms. The terms have the same meanings, but different implications. It’s a shame that the “gender-neutral”...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP What we should learn from Brian Williams

February 18, 2015

Honesty and the truth sometimes are not as appealing as making a great story and being the center of attention. This is exactly what happened to Brian Williams, the now suspended anchor of NBC Nightly...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Decision to close Costa Rica Center unfortunate, but ultimately necessary

October 22, 2014

The Trustees made the recommendation for Whitworth to close the Costa Rica campus and sell the property. We think that while it is unfortunate that the university will lose an asset, it is a good decision.The...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Efforts to bring Condoleezza Rice to Whitworth were worth the challenge

October 15, 2014

It took a lot of effort from faculty, staff and administration to facilitate former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to Spokane and to Whitworth. While the editorial board was initially skeptical of...

Editorial: IN THE LOOP Hong Kong protesters represent a good example for those facing injustice

October 8, 2014

Thousands of youth protesters have crowded the streets the past weeks in central Hong Kong, demanding increased democracy and universal suffrage. Protesters are responding to China’s refusal to allow...

In the Loop: Equal pay should be reached to promote equality nationally

October 1, 2014

Gender equality has long been an issue not only in the U.S., but around the world. Back in April 2014, senate Republicans voted against equal pay for men and women— an unthinkable act of discrimination...